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May 13

Discover 15 historical moments from this day โ€” events that changed the world, famous birthdays, and notable deaths throughout the centuries.

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1992โšก Event

Introduction of Falun Gong

Li Hongzhi introduced the Falun Gong movement during a public lecture in Changchun, China.

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2000โšก Event

Enschede fireworks disaster

An explosion at a fireworks factory in Enschede, Netherlands, caused 23 deaths and approximately โ‚ฌ450 million in damages.

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2005โšก Event

Andijan massacre

Uzbek troops fired on protesters in Andijan, resulting in a massacre with an estimated death toll ranging from 187 to 1,500.

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2008โšก Event

Jaipur bombings

Nine bombs exploded in Jaipur, India, killing 80 people and injuring over 200 others. The attacks were attributed to the Indian Mujahideen.

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2017โšก Event

Eurovision Song Contest 2017

Portugal won the Eurovision Song Contest for the first time with the song "Amar pelos dois" performed by Salvador Sobral.

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